Sworn Translation of Official Documents
The Native Translator is a ISO 17100 certified translation agency which provides certified or official translation, often called sworn translation services for a wide range of documents and certificates. This includes judgments, school transcripts, diplomas, drivers license, birth and death certificates, wills, consent forms, company articles of incorporation, employment contracts. The translations are performed in accordance with industry standards and will be carried out by our certified translators, usually, in the country where they are to be used.
The translator assigned to the project is chosen on the basis of the language combination and purpose of your document. For example, a certified translation of your English birth certificate for official purposes in Germany will be translated by one of our translators certified by the courts in Germany.
What is a Certified or an Official Translation?
An official translation is the translation of a document, such as a birth certificate or academic transcript, with an accompanying certification or sworn statement from an authorised translator.
Official translations are usually required if you're submitting a document issued in a foreign language to a government authority or organisation, as part of an application.
The term "official translation" is often used interchangeably with certified, sworn, notarised or legalised translations, but they are produced in slightly different ways.
Certified Translation
A certified translation is the translation of a document that is accompanied by a certification. The certification is usually in the form of a signature, stamp and a statement from the translator or a representative of the translation agency.
Certified translations are required by authorities and organisations in the UK, USA, Australia and Ireland and those produced by The Native Translator are completed on our letterhead or the letterhead of the certified translator, and accompanied by a Statement of Accuracy (affidavit) a stamp, signature and contact details. We use services of translators certified by ITI, ATA and NAATI.
Sworn Translation
Sworn translations are certified translations that can only be provided by officially appointed translators in the country you are submitting your application to. Sworn translators usually have to undertake exams, and are approved to only translate selected languages.
Several countries (e.g. Austria, Bulgaria, Denmark, Germany, Finland, France, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Spain, Sweden, Turkey and Switzerland) globally require a sworn translator. This is the standard certified ( sworn) translation at The Native Translator. The translation is made by an approved translator, who completes your translation, and appends his / hersignature, stamp & contact details, making the translation acceptable within that country.
Notarised and Legalised Translation
While a certified translation is a transation completed by a certified translator with focus on quality, the notarisation is an official procedure where a notary—who has been authorised by the government to oversee legal certain formalities notarises the translation. The translators declare, before the notary that the translation is accurate to the best of their knowledge, and sign an affidavit to this end. The Notary appends signature & stamp to the translation, confirming the identify of the translator and certifying the translator's statement. A Notary cannot verify the authenticity or quality of the translation, as he / she usually is not a translator. Countries where this is mandatory are for exampel China, Greece, Portugal, Ukrain and Russia.
Legalised translations are certified or sworn translations that have been "legalised" by a Notary or Government Ministry to make them admissible in any foreign country that is part of The Hague Convention. The legalisation process produces an Apostille, which is affixed to the translation. Legalising documents for countries which are non-members of the Hague Apostille Convention require additional steps. These additional steps include State certification and Embassy or Consulate legalisation. The process of legalising your documents will depend on the type of document you have, the State your documents originate from, and the Country requesting your documents.
Sworn Translations into 100 Languages online
The Native Translator is an online service able to provide sworn and certified translation into over 100 languages online, including Arabic, Bulgarian, Chinese, Danish, Dutch, Finnish, French, German, Greek, Hungarian, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Norwegian, Polish, Portuguese, Romanian, Swedish, Spanish, Turkish and Russian, to name just a few. We are specialists in the provision of certified translations which ensure that your document will be accepted by any government organization. Please email us to find out more about this service.
Why Choose Our Sworn Translation Services?
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Industry Expertise: Our specialized translators possess in-depth knowledge of finance, law, medicine, and technology, ensuring accurate translations that capture nuances and specific terminology.
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Certified and Sworn: Legal documents demand a higher level of validation. Our sworn translations in finance and law guarantee the accuracy and authenticity required for official use.
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ISO 17100 Certified: Our translation agency adheres to the highest international standards. Rest assured that your translations meet the rigorous ISO 17100 requirements for quality and precision.
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Quality Management: Our dedicated Quality Management System ensures every translation is thoroughly reviewed, proofread, and validated to meet the highest standards.
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Online Convenience: Seamlessly upload your documents through our user-friendly online platform. Our efficient process ensures timely delivery without compromising on quality.
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Confidentiality: Your sensitive data is safe with us. We prioritize data security and maintain strict confidentiality throughout the translation process.
Industries We Serve:
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Finance: From financial reports to investment documents, trust us for accurate translations that uphold the integrity of your financial information.
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Law: Legal documents require meticulous attention. Our sworn translations in law ensure your documents are legally binding and accurate.
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Medicine: Precise medical translations are essential for patient care, research, and regulatory compliance. Rely on us for medically accurate and culturally sensitive translations.
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Technology: Stay globally connected with our expert technology translations, covering software, manuals, and technical documents.
Certified and Sworn Translation with ISO 17100 Quality Guarantee
The Native Translator is an ISO certified translation agency for certified translation. Our Quality Management System is audited annually by a licensed certification body and is in compliance with the ISO 17100:2015 standard. ISO 17100:2015 provides requirements for the core processes, resources, and other aspects necessary for the delivery of a quality translation service that meets applicable specifications. You can read more about our certifications under Certified Translation Agency.
Confidentiality Guaranteed
The Native Translator maintains confidentiality agreements with its customers, and all company employees and vendors are bound by nondisclosure agreements. This ensures that information provided by our customers is always maintained in absolute confidentiality and is protected from unauthorised external access.
You can order a Sworn Translation here
You can order a certified translation of your documents directly online. Upload your document and order directly on our translation portal.
Contact and more Information
You can contact us at e-mail 24 hours a day, year round, should you have the need for more information.
The Native Translator is an ISO 17100 certified translation agency, specialized in providing quality assured sworn and certified translations directly online.
